Woodbridge Best Pediatrician Offers Free Prenatal Consultations for Expectant Mothers

    EDISON, NJ, May 02, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Expecting parents are encouraged to visit Dr. Nimisha Shukla, Woodbridge best pediatrician, for a free prenatal consultation. With free prenatal consultations, Dr. Shukla gives expecting parents the opportunity to meet with the doctor who will be caring for their child over the next 20 years in order to establish a child's medical home.

Dr. Shukla, best pediatrician in Edison, offers in-office and telephonic prenatal consultations. At the prenatal visit a mother's obstetric history, prenatal history, and ultrasound results are discussed, in addition to identifying high-risk situations if any. A family support system will be created, and feeding plans will be discussed, including whether a mother expects to breast feed, or formula feed her baby.

"It is important that expectant mothers meet with us prior to their delivery so that they are fully prepared for taking care of their baby. At the free prenatal consultation we will go over everything parents will need to know prior to their bundle of joy being born. We want to make sure they are fully prepared for everything, and that they are comfortable with us and our facilities," said Dr. Nimisha Shukla, pediatrician in Woodbridge, NJ.

In addition, Dr. Shukla, Edison, NJ pediatrician, will also discuss newborn screening and hearing screening tests, family genetic history, and circumcision. Safety and anticipatory guidance including car seats, smoking, supine sleeping position to prevent SIDS, and appropriate crib accessories will also be discussed at this prenatal visit to help parents become well-versed in caring for their baby prior to the birth.

Dr. Shukla, Woodbridge, NJ pediatrician, will even go over a schedule of visits needed during the first year, in addition to a schedule for required immunizations. Office hours and how the parents can get in touch with Dr. Shukla during the day, and even after hours and coverage during vacation times will also be discussed.

By offering free prenatal consultations for expecting parents, Dr. Shukla, same day appointment pediatrician in Woodbridge and Edison, hopes to make parents more comfortable with their child's future pediatrician. The prenatal consultation was created in order to help parents be better prepared for their child by knowing what to expect. For more information on Dr. Nimisha Shukla and her team, parents can visit the website at http://www.edisonpediatrics.com. To schedule a prenatal consultation, parents can contact the office at (732) 548-3210.

About Nimisha Shukla, MD: Dr. Nimisha Shukla is a board certified pediatrician and fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She has been caring for children of Edison and surrounding areas since 1997. Born and raised in Bombay, India, Dr. Shukla completed her medical degree at K.E.M. Hospital, University of Bombay. She completed further specialization in M.D. pediatrics from K.E.M. Hospital and served as a Lecturer of Pediatrics at the University of Bombay. Additionally, she completed her internship and residency in Pediatrics at Downstate Medical Center, State University of New York where she was also chosen and served as Chief Resident. Joining Dr. Shukla is Dr. Adele Marina, a pediatric specialist. Dr. Marina is a board certified pediatrician, fully licensed, and an experienced and practicing medical doctor since the mid-nineties. Together, Drs. Shukla and Marina are advocates for children, and passionate about providing the best care possible.

Media Contact:
Dr. Nimisha Shukla, MD
[email protected]
1802 Oak Tree Rd. Suite 101
Edison, NJ 08820
(732) 548-3210
http://www.edisonpediatrics.com

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